BillM Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 There is a big bull moose and a cow across from my parents place. Cow looks to have a broken leg, it's gotten up 3-4 times and fell right back down.. The bull is circling it like crazy... My dad would love to go over there and put her out of her misery, but obviously he can't do that. Does anyone know if we can get a hold of a CO in a somewhat quick manor? Their hotline closed at 5:30 and neither myself or my dad wants to see that cow suffer anymore then she has to... If anyone can help, I'd really appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 (edited) Call Wayne Lintack on his cell phone.. he's out of the midhurst office. 705-790-5206 If you can't get him Bruce Ward 705-529-9374 Always ask CO's for their business card while they are harrassing you! LOL Edited November 20, 2008 by irishfield Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 20, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 Thanks Wayne, you rock man I really appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 tone z71 Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 mmmm moose meat if they put her down get ya some Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUSTER Posted November 20, 2008 Report Share Posted November 20, 2008 let us know what happens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luv2drift Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I am sure this animal has been taken care of by now but if you call your local police they will put down injured wildlife. They carry shotguns and of course their handguns. You normally get first dibbs on the meat. If not they have a list of hunters that will show up and dress the animal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishing n autograph Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 You could also call your local animal control office..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 (edited) CO came by this morning and walked out to the cow with my oldman. They got about 10ft away from it before it got up and hobbled away. It's leg is broken right above the hoof. CO called head office to see if there was a rehabilitation center that they could bring the cow to, but he was told over the phone that the cow would end up as coyote meat. He let my dad know that if he took a walk out there again *hint* *hint* to bring along his rifle. My dad will be supplied the proper tag by the CO in order to not run into any legal issues. This cow is also on a 100 acre private farm and the owner has given my dad permission to do whatever he has to do. I really wish it could have gone to a rehab center, because moose aren't that plentiful around here. Ah well, anything is better then letting the coyotes at it... Edited November 21, 2008 by BillM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerritt Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 Tough break.... So when is supper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 Gerritt, I'll let you know bud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 Bill M thanks for doing the right thing. A lot of people wouldn't have put in the effort or been concerned about an animal in distress. Kudos. Also good to see the MNR being pragmatic and understanding as well. Sad ending but probbaly the best thing. Nemo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyb Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I only just realized now that you're in Barrie...that is kinda rare. Good job on everyone's part to deal with it properly though. When's the OFC venison swill??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 Johnny, my parents live in Coldwater That's where the action is! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edmichit Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 How was the Rack on the Bull? or was he a young fella, he may have been yearling calf? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunker Larry Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 There's plenty of room for all gods creatures...right next to the mashed potatoes!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 There have been sightings in Midhurst. I have also seen one there. Good call Bill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trapshooter Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I read in Ontario Out of Doors a few years back about a moose sighting near Strathroy, in southwestern Ontario. Must have been lost! Couple months later I read in OOD that it got hit by a car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuchikubo Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 Bill, kudos to you for sure for going the extra little bit of effort. I see you've got your PB halloween brown on your avatar, just remember to keep it small!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kentooley Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 (edited) I would have done the right thing in a minute , to hell with CO's and anyone else. Pain is not fun , I know,( motorcycle). It was in shock anyway, but you should respect gods creatures and not make jokes. Imagine how horrific it could be for an animal suffering on the side of the road if it had to endure even another minute of pain. Oh ya, just so you all know, I HUNT, I FISH , and am not P3TA! Chris Edited November 22, 2008 by verminator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 I would have done the right thing in a minute , to hell with CO's and anyone else. Pain is not fun , I know So, you would shoot the animal,butcher it and not report it? Or would you shoot the animal,call the CO? We need LESS guys like you TO HELP OUR SPORT. Imagine how horrific it could be for an animal suffering on the side of the road if it had to endure even another minute of pain That is a whole different story. You or who ever, hit the animal,both are surprised by it. If this were the case,which it,s not in Bills thread,I would put the animal out quick. Sorry Bill for going off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highdrifter Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 Too bad... I was rooting for the moose. Good on you for doing the right thing though... In the end, your decision was thoughtful and lawful at the same time.. Now... when is that OFC BBQ?!! cheers HD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 21, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 (edited) Well, dad went in to take a look today, and brought along the 30.06 with him. He was about 50ft away and had a shot when he was chased out of the bush by a big sow. Now, I dunno if my oldman is blind or not, but I have a feeling this is a sow and a calf, not a bull and a sow.. Anyhow, he calls me out of breath saying "Holy, I am really out of shape!" I am going over there tomorrow morning to take care of this with him, either one of us will distract the momma and we'll put the calf out of it's misery. I was ticked at the oldman and told him to go back into the woods, and finish off the job, but in the end it's a moose, my oldmans safety is worth more then that. BTW, can anyone tally up the fines for shooting a moose with a rifle and without a tag? lol Calling the CO was the only thing to do.. Edited November 21, 2008 by Spiel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 22, 2008 Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 Spiel,shouldnt you be at work? LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishfield Posted November 22, 2008 Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 If I could just get him to answer emails as fast as he edits posts Brian..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 22, 2008 Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 If I could just get him to answer emails as fast as he edits posts Brian..... LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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